How To Fix IHC189 - The bank statement is not IHC relevant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IHC - IHC Messages

• Message number: 189

• Message text: The bank statement is not IHC relevant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IHC189 - The bank statement is not IHC relevant ?

  The SAP error message IHC189, which states "The bank statement is not IHC relevant," typically occurs in the context of the Intercompany Financial Management (IHC) module in SAP. This error indicates that the bank statement being processed does not meet the criteria for being relevant to the Intercompany Holding Company (IHC) processes.
  Causes:
  
  Bank Statement Configuration: The bank statement may not be configured correctly in the system to be recognized as relevant for IHC processing.
  Transaction Type: The transactions in the bank statement may not be of a type that is considered relevant for IHC. For example, certain types of payments or receipts may be excluded.
  Company Code Settings: The company code associated with the bank statement may not be set up to participate in IHC transactions.
  Currency Issues: If the currency of the bank statement does not match the expected currency for IHC transactions, it may be deemed irrelevant.
  Missing Data: Required fields or data in the bank statement may be missing or incorrectly filled out, leading to the statement being classified as irrelevant.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Bank Statement Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the bank statement in the SAP system. Ensure that it is set up to be relevant for IHC processing.
  Review Transaction Types: Verify that the transactions included in the bank statement are of types that are recognized as relevant for IHC. Adjust the transaction types if necessary.
  Company Code Settings: Ensure that the company code associated with the bank statement is correctly configured to participate in IHC transactions. This may involve checking the settings in the IHC configuration.
  Currency Validation: Confirm that the currency of the bank statement matches the expected currency for IHC transactions. If there is a mismatch, consider converting the currency or adjusting the settings.
  Data Completeness: Check the bank statement for any missing or incorrect data. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  IHC Configuration Documentation: Review the documentation related to IHC configuration in SAP to ensure that all settings are correctly implemented.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBI4 (for IHC configuration) and FF67 (for manual bank statement processing) to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
  Testing: After making any changes, test the bank statement processing again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in IHC to further investigate the problem.